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From San Francisco: Alcatraz, Aquarium of the Bay & Yosemite 2-Day Trip

Alcatraz Island recreation yard with historic prison walls, San Francisco, USA.
Family with infant enjoying view of Yosemite Valley, California, with El Capitan and Half Dome in background.
Young woman photographing Yosemite Valley from Tunnel View, Yosemite National Park, USA.
Visitors observing marine life at Aquarium of the Bay, San Francisco, California.

Duration

14 hr

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    • Experience the best of San Francisco on this 2-day tour. On day 1, visit Alcatraz Island with ferry tickets and an audio tour, and get entry into the Aquarium of the Bay. On day 2, go on a guided day trip to Yosemite National Park.

    • Visit the Aquarium of the Bay at Fisherman’s Wharf and see 20,000 marine animals, including sharks, rays, and sea otters.

    • Explore the lively Pier 39 area with its sea lions, waterfront views, and fun local attractions.

    • Take a ferry to Alcatraz Island and tour the historic prison with an audio guide featuring stories from former inmates and guards.

    • Travel to Yosemite in a biofuel mini-coach for a narrated tour of Yosemite Valley, complete with photo stops and free time to hike or explore.

    • Select either a day tour or a night tour of Alcatraz Island. The night tour provides exclusive access to restricted zones and features special ranger-led programs, along with your visits to the Aquarium of the Bay and Yosemite National Park.

    • Round-trip ferry rides to Alcatraz Island

    • Admission to Alcatraz ($45)

    • Multilingual audio guide in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, Mandarin, Portuguese, and Korean

    • Entry to the Aquarium of the Bay

    • Expert English-speaking guide

    • Complimentary pickup/drop-off from select San Francisco hotels

    • In-coach narrative of Yosemite

    • Entry to Yosemite National Park

    • 3 hours of free time in Yosemite

    • Round-trip transfers to Yosemite in a mini-coach

    • Live guide at Alcatraz Island and the Aquarium of the Bay

    • Food and beverages (available for purchase)

    • Gratuities

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • What to bring

    Alcatraz Island:

    • Bottled water

    • A light snack (to eat in designated areas only)

    Aquarium of the Bay:

    • Bottled water

    What's not allowed

    Alcatraz Island:

    • Large bags, luggage, and oversized backpacks

    • Food and beverages (except bottled water)

    • Weapons

    • Skateboards and “wheelie” shoes

    • Feeding wildlife on the island

    Aquarium of the Bay:

    • Large bags, luggage, and oversized backpacks

    • Food and beverages (except bottled water)

    Yosemite National Park:

    • Approaching or feeding wildlife

    • Possessing or using weapons or sharp objects

    Accessibility

    Alcatraz Island:

    • The ferry and the island are wheelchair-accessible.

    Aquarium of the Bay:

    • It is accessible; wheelchairs are available for rent on a first-come, first-served basis.

    Yosemite National Park:

    • It is largely accessible, with marked trails for wheelchairs.

    Additional information

    • Day 1 (Alcatraz + Aquarium of the Bay) is a self-guided tour that does not include transportation. The only transfers included in this tour are the ferries to and from Alcatraz Island.

    • Day 2 (Yosemite National Park) is a guided tour, and you'll enjoy comfortable transportation aboard a mini-coach.

    Alcatraz Island:

    • You can stay on the island for as long as you like.

    • Wear layered clothing and comfortable shoes.

    Yosemite National Park:

    • Hotel pick-ups and drop-offs are available from multiple locations in the city on day 2 of the tour.

    • Cellular service is limited.

    • Practice Leave No Trace principles

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

    • Please arrive at the redemption point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

    Ticket redemption points

    Day 1

    Aquarium of the Bay

    • Show your ticket at Aquarium of the Bay.

    • Address: PIER 39 The Embarcadero &, Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94133, United States.

    Get directions to the redemption point

    Alcatraz tour

    • Board your ferry at Pier 33.

    • Address: San Francisco, CA 94133, United States.

    Get directions to the boarding point

    Day 2

    Yosemite tour

    • On the day of your tour, please arrive at the pick-up point selected during checkout 15 minutes prior to the scheduled pickup time.
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